British Science Festival - Young People's Programme

Date:
Monday 8th to Thursday 11th September 2014

Time: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Location : Edgbaston Campus, University of Birmingham

Cost : Free

The University of Birmingham, in association with Birmingham City council and supported by Aston University and Birmingham City University, is proud to be hosting the British Science Festival 2014 on the Edgbaston Campus this year. The BSF is one of Europe’s largest Festivals dedicated to the promotion of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths subjects and attracts leading Science Communicators from around the world to deliver lectures, workshops and fun and exciting science demonstrations to students and the general public.

For schools, there are two main programmes. A pre-16 programme (Years 9-11) and a Post 16 programme (Years 12-13). All the activities are free to access.

For the Pre-16 programme, schools book onto a whole day’s worth of activities. The main keynote lecture every morning is highlighted for each of the days (Monday to Wednesday). Students will then attend interactive workshops, demonstrations and visit the Science and Careers in Action Zone and the day will end with another fun keynote lecture. The Science and careers in Action Zone will have science demonstrations, a careers speed dating area and students will also have access to Careers Advisers who will provide information about careers in the STEM subjects.

How to Book Places for the Pre-16 Programme (Yr. 9-11)

To book places, please choose the day you wish to attend (8-10th September). Please let us know how many students you wish to bring and the age group of the students. To reserve your places, please email m.ansar@bham.ac.uk. Places are very limited so early booking is advised.

How to Book Places for the Post 16 Programme

The post 16 programme is designed so students can pick and choose which sessions they want to attend, depending on the A levels that they are studying. The programme can be tailored to suit individual needs. There is an online booking system for post 16 students. Details of which can be found on the British Science Festival website.